The Moynihan Report
2WAY
The Moynihan Report is an in-depth 1-on-1 interview program broadcast live from 2WAY’s New York studio on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-8pm EST.Hosted by Michael Moynihan (The Fifth Column, VICE News), the show centers around lively conversations with the most influential people in culture, politics, media, and beyond–not just to unpack their opinions on current events, but to better understand what makes them tick. Each episode also includes the opportunity for Michael and guests to engage with the live at-home audience via the 2WAY platform. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 17min
Have a conversation with Michael Moynihan | The Moynihan Report
A sharp takedown of modern media’s “stupid era” and how history is weaponized. Critiques of romanticized tours of Cuba and the politics of orchestrated reporting. A look at how influencers have replaced public intellectuals and the incentives that reward spectacle. Reflections on language manipulation, propaganda parallels across the spectrum, and why studying history matters.
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Mar 13, 2026 • 1h 3min
Iran, Israel, & a new era of political violence | The Moynihan Report
Eli Lake, investigative journalist and foreign policy commentator, outlines Trump administration plans toward Iran and the real military risks. He explores possible Iranian opposition figures and the limits of organizing a unified revolt. They debate arming Kurds, post-conflict scenarios from color revolution to chaos, and the role of Israeli intelligence and U.S. policy in the region.
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Mar 6, 2026 • 1h 4min
Iran, War, and the Nuclear Panic Machine | The Moynihan Report
Caroline Modarressy-Tehrani, Emmy-nominated journalist and former VICE News correspondent, brings on-the-ground perspective about Iran and geopolitics. She discusses internet blackouts and repression. They cover precision strikes, drone warfare, and risks to civilians. The conversation explores exile politics, connectivity tools like VPNs and Starlink, and the moral responsibilities facing outside powers.
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Feb 6, 2026 • 1h 1min
Epstein 101 with Arick Fudali | The Moynihan Report
Arick Fudali, attorney and managing partner at The Bloom Firm who represents survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, breaks down the DOJ’s massive document release and its redaction failures. He talks about how Epstein cultivated power, recruitment and coercion methods, trafficking law nuances, gaps in evidence, and why transparency and survivor protections matter.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 1h 1min
Jason Zengerle author of Hated by All the Right People: Tucker Carlson | The Moynihan Report
Jason Zengerle, staff writer and author of Hated by All the Right People, traces Tucker Carlson’s rise from magazine reporter to a powerhouse in conservative media. He discusses Carlson’s shifts on Iraq and immigration, TV fame and provocations, the turn toward conspiratorial thinking, and how personal resentment and media incentives shaped his influence.
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Jan 31, 2026 • 56min
What happened last week with Colby Hall | The Moynihan Report
Colby Hall, founding editor of Mediaite and media commentator, joins to dissect fast-moving media and political stories. They spar over Don Lemon’s arrest and press freedom. They debate media incentives, Trump’s narrative tactics, the Melania film reaction, and how video footage reshapes public perceptions.
Jan 28, 2026 • 1h 1min
The age of American Fascism? Oxford Professor Explains | The Moynihan Report
Roger Griffin, Oxford Brookes professor and leading scholar of fascism, gives a precise, historical take on what fascism actually means. He contrasts scholarly definitions with casual use. Short, clear discussions cover fascism’s origins, leader-driven mobilization, whether modern politicians fit the model, January 6 as a temptation, and how democracies can resist deliberalization.
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Jan 23, 2026 • 1h 5min
Trump at the WEF, defining fascism, Hitler revisionist history, + more | The Moynihan Report
A wide-ranging political roundup tackles Trump’s Davos appearance, poll numbers, and who really pays for tariffs. They debate definitions of fascism versus authoritarianism and revisit Weimar-era violence as context. The conversation dives into Brendan Simms’ controversial take on Hitler and a defense of Danish service in the War on Terror. It finishes with nostalgic reflections on Buckley, Mailer, and Town Bloody Hall.
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Jan 21, 2026 • 1h 6min
Everything MAGA gets wrong about economics | The Moynihan Report
In this discussion, Swedish author Johan Norberg, a well-known defender of global capitalism, critiques U.S. tariffs as harmful 'stupid consumption taxes' that actually raise costs for consumers and manufacturers, fueling inflation. He debunks the myth of Sweden as a socialist utopia, explaining its success was rooted in free markets. Norberg highlights the geopolitical shift stemming from U.S. actions in Greenland, suggesting a rearmament trend in Europe as the American hegemony wanes. He also touches on the alarming rise of anti-capitalist sentiments among youth.
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Jan 16, 2026 • 1h 6min
ICE Raids, Minnesota, and Trump’s Insurrection Act Threat | The Moynihan Report
Chris Clem, former U.S. Border Patrol chief, shares insights from his near 30 years in enforcement, discussing the implications of recent ICE raids in Minnesota. Immigration attorney David Leopold analyzes the complex relationship between immigration policy and civil liberties, raising concerns about Trump's potential use of the Insurrection Act. They explore the public's unease with enforcement tactics, critique the militarization of policing, and emphasize the importance of reform in immigration practices. Their discussion highlights the urgent need for balancing security and civil rights.
